2004 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (299 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 545 | Aspen |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 299 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |